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EXPERIENCE

Bexorg, Inc., Mechanical Engineer & Director of Technology, New Haven, CT [2022- 2023]

  • Developed sensor, control, and fluid handling systems for an innovative perfusion device with the ability to restore cellular metabolic function in dead organs.
  • Designed custom engineering solutions for diverse branches of a highly interdisciplinary team, including surgeons, neuroscientists, molecular biologists, data scientists, and engineers.
  • Liaised with manufacturers and vendors to specify and customize materials, products, and methods for sensitive, novel applications.
  • Advanced laboratory management systems by specifying bills of materials and implementing software and hardware version control, as well as archiving and tracking of over 100 pieces of custom laboratory equipment.

Escape Industries, LLC, Founder & Lead Engineer, New Haven, CT [2014 – Present]

  • Grew company to 25 employees and 3 locations, with over $1M annual revenue for 3 consecutive years.
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies including SEO, SEM, social media, email, viral, and guerilla campaigns.
  • Managed diverse production teams of up to 11 including electrical engineers, carpenters, and visual artists in the remodeling of 2,500SF office space into an interactive entertainment venue.
  • Designed, manufactured, and installed, interactive puzzles, set pieces, and sound and lighting effects for 12 original real-life escape room games serving 30,000 customers per year.
  • Conceptualized, programmed, prototyped, and fabricated interactive electronic puzzles and effects.
  • Drafted 3D models of real-life escape room interior spaces, set pieces, and props as guiding documents for production teams.
  • Capitalized on opportunities created by the COVID-19 pandemic to bring 6 new coronavirus-safe products to market and generate revenue and brand visibility despite adverse conditions for small businesses and live entertainment.

Ancera, LLC, Engineer, Branford, CT [2012 – 2015]

  • Invented a microfluidic cartridge for biological assays using novel, ferrofluid-assisted detection (US Patent No. 20180029033)
  • Oversaw transition from prototyping to mass manufacturing and assembly of over 1,000 units of custom microfluidic cartridges.
  • Formulated quality control metrics and methods for incoming mass-manufactured parts.
  • Presented test results, analysis, and design decisions at weekly all-hands meetings.
  • Designed, prototyped, tested, and integrated user-facing mechanical components of rapid medical diagnostic device.
  • Experimented with new applications of cutting-edge technology to improve efficiency of novel biological assays.
  • Developed in-house archive organization system for all experimentation, fabrication, and quality control procedures.

Scaled Liquid Systems, LLC, Founder, New Haven, CT [2011 – 2012]

  • Developed technology for high-efficiency liquid cooling solutions for servers, datacenters, and supercomputers.
  • Raised $65,000 in seed grant funding.
  • Formulated business model, analyzed markets, and investigated intellectual property landscape.
  • Presented investment proposal to Connecticut Angel Investor Forum.

Northwestern University, McCormick School of Engineering, Research Assistant, Evanston, IL [2010]

  • Fabricated components and electronics for interdisciplinary multimedia project for STRP Art & Technology Festival
  • Modeled structural elements of project using CAD software.

WMA Consulting Engineers, Ltd., Mechanical Engineering Intern, Chicago, IL [2009]

  • Re-designed HVAC systems to bring legacy buildings into compliance with latest LEED Certification criteria

EDUCATION

Yale University, New Haven, CT [2011]

B.S. Mechanical Engineering (ABET Accredited), GPA: 3.74                                                                                  

Relevant Coursework: Mechanical Design Seminar, Artificial Intelligence, Appropriate Technology for the Developing World, Human-Centered Design, Mechatronics Laboratory, Machine Shop

Activities: Musical Director – Yale Undergraduate Gospel Choir

SKILLS & HONORS

  • Computer Skills: Proficient in Arduino, JavaScript, html, CSS, SolidWorks, SketchUp, CorelDRAW, MS Office, Squarespace, WordPress; experience with C++, python, FORTRAN, MATLAB, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD
  • Fabrication & Laboratory Skills: Proficient with lasercutting, 3D-printing, electronics, wood- and metal-work, CNC machining, MIG and oxy-acetylene welding, oscilloscope, wet lab, microscopy
  • Honors: Eagle Scout